ICD-10-CM Code S40.021

Contusion of right upper arm

Not Valid for Submission

S40.021 is a "header" nonspecific and non-billable code code, consider using a code with a higher level of specificity for a diagnosis of contusion of right upper arm. The code is NOT valid for the year 2020 for the submission of HIPAA-covered transactions. The ICD-10-CM code S40.021 might also be used to specify conditions or terms like contusion of right upper arm or contusion of upper arm.

ICD-10:

S40.021

Short Description:

Contusion of right upper arm

Long Description:

Contusion of right upper arm

Consider the following ICD-10 codes with a higher level of specificity:

Information for Patients

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Bruises are often painful and swollen. You can get skin, muscle and bone bruises. Bone bruises are the most serious.

It can take months for a bruise to fade, but most last about two weeks. They start off a reddish color, and then turn bluish-purple and greenish-yellow before returning to normal. To reduce bruising, ice the injured area and elevate it above your heart. See your health care provider if you seem to bruise for no reason, or if the bruise appears to be infected.

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